Alabama is a great place for birdwatching. With its diverse habitats, Alabama is home to more than 400 species of birds. In this blog post, we will take a look at the 10 most common birds in Alabama. These birds can be found in a variety of habitats, from forests and wetlands to agricultural lands and urban areas. So if you’re looking for some new birds to watch, keep reading!
Common Backyard Birds in Alabama:
Blue Jays
Blue Jays are one of the most common birds in North America. They are easily identified by their blue plumage and white belly. Blue Jays are about the size of a crow, with a wingspan of about three feet. Their diet consists mainly of acorns, nuts, and seeds. Blue Jays live in forests and woodlands throughout North America.
They are known for their loud calls, which can be heard from miles away. Blue Jays are also known for their mischief; they have been known to steal food from other animals, including humans.
Despite their mischievous ways, Blue Jays are still one of the most popular birds in North America.
American Goldfinch
Goldfinches are small, sparrow-sized birds with thin bills. They have a wingspan of about 12 inches and weigh only about an ounce. The adult male has bright yellow feathers on its head, back, and wings. The female is more dull in color with greenish-brown feathers. Both sexes have white underbellies with black markings on their wings.
Goldfinches are seed eaters and primarily feed on thistle seeds. They will also eat insects, especially in the summer when they are raising their young. Goldfinches live in open woodlands, meadows, and fields across North America. In the winter, they are often found in flocks feeding on seeds at bird feeders.
Goldfinches are very social birds and often build their nests close together in trees. They will also use man-made structures such as power lines and clotheslines to build their nests. Goldfinches usually lay four or five eggs which hatch in about two weeks. The young goldfinches leave the nest after about three weeks.
Goldfinches are very active birds and are constantly in motion. They are known for their acrobatic abilities and often hang upside down while eating black oil sunflower seeds from thistle heads. Goldfinches are also known for their beautiful singing voices.
They often sing a cheerful song consisting of twittering notes that sound like “per-chick-o-ree”. American Goldfinches are a popular bird to watch and enjoy. They are relatively easy to attract to your yard with a bird feeder and some thistle seed.
American Crow
American Crows are small, sparrow-like birds with brown upperparts and white underparts. They have brown streaks on their breast and a black streak through their eye. Their bill is short and slightly curved.
American Crows eat black oil sunflower seeds, insects, and berries. They can be found in open woods, fields, and brushy areas. During the breeding season, they build their nests in trees or shrubs. They are non-migratory birds.
American Crows are about five inches long. They have a wingspan of about eight inches. These birds weigh between one and two ounces.
If you see an American Crouder in Alabama, it is likely that the bird is a resident. These birds are found in the eastern United States, from Maine to Florida. They are also found in parts of Canada and Mexico. American Crows were first described by Alexander Wilson in 1811.
Eastern Towhee
The Eastern Towhee is a member of the sparrow family. This bird is notable for its black and white plumage as well as its red eyes. The towhee is a large bird, measuring about seven inches in length.
This bird can be found in wooded areas throughout the eastern United States. The diet of the Eastern Towhee consists of insects and seeds. This bird is also known to eat berries and fruits. The Eastern Towhee is an active bird, often hopping around in search of food. This bird typically nests in trees or shrubs.
The female towhee will lay between three and six eggs per clutch. The Eastern Towhee is a common bird in Alabama and can be seen year-round in many parts of the state.
Mourning Doves
are the most frequently hunted bird in North America. They are also one of the easiest to identify, with their long, slender tail and small, round body. The Mourning Dove is a member of the dove family, which includes more than 300 species worldwide.
Mourning Doves are found in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and urban areas. They are most commonly seen in the eastern United States, but their range extends from Canada to Mexico.
Mourning Doves eat a variety of seeds, including sunflower, corn, and millet. They also eat insects, which they find by foraging on the ground.
Mourning Doves are small birds, typically measuring between 11 and 13 inches in length. They have pale gray plumage and a black band on their tail.
Mourning Doves are gentle birds that mate for life. They build their nests in trees or bushes, and usually lay two eggs at a time. Both parents help care for the young birds until they are old enough to fend for themselves.
Eastern Bluebird
Bluebirds populations declined in the 20th century due to habitat loss, pesticide use, and competition from non-native species. However, thanks to conservation efforts, their numbers have been slowly rebounding.
These lovely little birds are easily identified by their bright blue feathers and rusty breast. They typically eat insects, berries, and fruits. You can find them in open woodlands, fields, and gardens.
Bluebirds are cavity nesters, which means they nest in holes in trees. If you want to attract them to your yard, you can put up a bluebird house. They are generally shy around humans but will happily come to the feast at a birdfeeder. During the winter, they will often form small flocks with other bluebirds and thrushes.
Tufted Titmouse
Tufted Titmouse is a small songbird with gray upperparts, white underparts, and a long crest. It has black eyes, a small black bill, and pale gray legs. This bird is found in woodlands throughout the eastern United States. Tufted Titmice eat insects, berries, and nuts. They often feed on the ground in flocks.
These birds nest in holes in trees. Tufted Titmice are active and vocal birds. They often perch on branches near the edge of forests and sing a loud, high-pitched song.
The Tufted Titmouse is a small bird with some very distinctive features. First of all, as its name suggests, this bird has a large tuft of feathers on its head. This crest is usually erect, but can be lowered when the bird is at rest. The body of the Tufted Titmouse is gray above and white below. The wings are gray with white bars. The bill is black and relatively small. The legs are pale gray.
The Tufted Titmouse is found throughout the eastern United States. It prefers woodlands, but can also be found in suburban areas. This bird is a year-round resident in most of its range.
The diet of the Tufted Titmouse consists mainly of insects. However, this bird will also eat berries and nuts. The Tufted Titmouse often feeds on the ground in flocks.
The Tufted Titmouse nests in holes in trees. Both the male and female help to build the nest, which is made of leaves, grass, moss, and other plant material. The female lays a clutch of four to six eggs, which are incubated for about two weeks. Both parents help to care for the young birds.
Eastern Phoebe
The Eastern Phoebe is a small songbird. It has blackish brown upperparts and light gray underparts. Its tail is long and black with white edges. The bird has a black bill and legs.
The Eastern Phoebe eats insects, spiders, and other small invertebrates. It forages in trees, bushes, and on the ground. The bird breeds in eastern North America. It nests in trees, cliffs, or buildings. The female builds the nest using mud pellets.
The Eastern Phoebe is about six inches long. It has a wingspan of nine inches. The bird weighs one ounce.
The Eastern Phoebe inhabits woods, forests, and other habitats with trees. It is found in eastern North America.
The Eastern Phoebe is active during the day. It perches on branches and flies out to catch insects in midair. The bird also hawks insects from the ground. It returns to its perch after catching its prey.
Northern mockingbirds
Northern mockingbirds are medium-sized songbirds with grayish-brown upperparts and paler underparts. They have white patches on their wings and tails, and long legs. Northern mockingbirds are found in woodlands, gardens, and urban areas throughout the southeastern United States.
They eat insects, berries, and other small fruits. Northern mockingbirds are known for their loud, melodious songs. They are also known for their ability to imitate the sounds of other birds and animals. Northern mockingbirds are aggressive defenders of their territories. They will chase away other birds, animals, and even humans that they perceive as a threat.
Northern mockingbirds are common in Alabama. They can be found in woodlands, gardens, and urban areas throughout the state. Northern mockingbirds are known for their loud, melodious songs.
They are also known for their ability to imitate the sounds of other birds and animals. Northern mockingbirds are aggressive defenders of their territories.
Carolina Wren
Carolina Wrens are small songbirds with a body length of about 15 cm (including the tail). They have a brownish upper body, while their underparts are pale with heavy streaks. The Carolina Wren’s wings are rounded and relatively short, and its tail is usually held upright. This bird’s loud, melodious voice is often heard before the bird is seen.
Carolina Wrens are insectivores, meaning that their diet consists mostly of insects. They forage for food on the ground or in low vegetation, using their long bills to probe into crevices and leaf litter.
The Carolina Wren is found in the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Texas. It prefers habitats with dense understory vegetation, such as forests, swamps, and gardens. This bird is also common in urban areas, where it often builds its nest in man-made structures such as houses and sheds.
The Carolina Wren is a nonmigratory bird that typically forms monogamous pairs. Both members of the pair help to build a large, domed nest made of sticks and leaves. Carolina Wrens typically have between four and eight chicks per clutch. These birds are active during the day and are often seen foraging in pairs or small groups.
Northern Cardinals
Northern Cardinals are easily recognizable with their bright red plumage. The male has a crimson body and black face, while the female is mostly brownish-red. Cardinals are seedeaters, so you’ll often find them near bird feeders. They also eat insects, fruits, and berries. Cardinals are medium-sized birds–about the same size as a robin.
They live in woods and forests across North America. Cardinals are social birds that mate for life. You’ll often see them in pairs, flying or sitting together on a branch. Cardinals are also known for their beautiful songs. Male cardinals sing to declare their territory and to attract a mate.
Both male and female cardinals sing, but the males have a much more complex song. Cardinals are active during the day and roost in trees at night. You’re most likely to see them early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
Downy Woodpecker
(Picoides pubescens)
The Downy Woodpecker is the smallest woodpecker in North America, measuring just six to seven inches in length.
The bird has a black back and wings with white spots, a white belly, and a black head with a small patch of red feathers on the back of its neck. The female Downy Woodpecker has a white patch on her wing, while the male has a completely red head.
The Downy Woodpecker feeds on insects, larvae, and spiders which it finds by pecking holes in tree bark. The bird also eats fruit and nuts. In winter, the Downy Woodpecker will often feed on suet at bird feeders.
The Downy Woodpecker is found in wooded areas across North America. The bird nests in tree cavities, often using the abandoned nest of another species such as a flicker or a bluebird.
House Finch
The house finch is a small songbird with a reddish brown body and streaked breast. The male has a red head, while the female’s head is more gray. These birds are often seen at bird feeders, eating sunflower seeds and other small grains.
House finches are about five to six inches long and have a wingspan of eight to nine inches. They weigh about an ounce.
House finches are found in open woodlands, brushy areas, and gardens throughout the United States. They build their nests in tree cavities, on window ledges, or in bushes.
These birds are active during the day and are often seen perching on power lines or fence posts. They sing a cheerful song that consists of a series of warbling notes.
Red-bellied Woodpecker
The Red-bellied Woodpecker is a medium-sized woodpecker with striking red plumage on its head and breast. Males also have a red nape, while females have a gray nape. This species is found in woods and forest edges throughout the eastern United States.
It typically nests in tree cavities, but will also use nest boxes. The Red-bellied Woodpecker feeds on insects, nuts, and fruits. It is a common bird at backyard feeders. This woodpecker is active year-round and does not migrate.
The Red-bellied Woodpecker is a striking bird with red plumage on its head and breast. Males also have a red nape, while females have a gray nape. This woodpecker is found in woods and forest edges throughout the eastern United States. It typically nests in tree cavities, but will also use nest boxes.
The Red bellied Woodpeckers are active year-round and does not migrate. This bird feeds on insects, nuts, and fruits. The Red-bellied Woodpecker is a common bird at backyard feeders.
Yellow-rumped Warbler
(Setophaga coronata) is a small songbird with a yellow rump and black streaks on its sides. It is found in woodlands and forests across North America. The Yellow-rumped Warbler feeds on insects, spiders, and berries.
It nests in trees or shrubs. The female builds the nest and incubates the eggs. The male defends the nesting territory.
The Yellow-rumped Warbler is a small songbird with a yellow rump and black streaks on its sides. It is found in woodlands and forests across North America. The Yellow-rumped Warbler feeds on insects, spiders, and berries.
It nests in trees or shrubs. The female builds the nest and incubates the eggs. The male defends the nesting territory.
White-throated Sparrow
White-throated Sparrows are a small songbird with a white throat and breast with rusty streaks on the sides. They have a brown back with black and white stripes, and their wings are brown with white bars. White-throated Sparrows are about five to six inches in length.
White-throated Sparrows eat mostly insects, but they will also eat seeds and berries. They are found in woods, brushy areas, and gardens. White-throated Sparrows build their nests in trees or shrubs. The female builds the nest and lays three to six eggs. Both parents care for the young birds.
White-throated Sparrows are found in North America east of the Rocky Mountains. They are common in Alabama during the breeding season, which is from April to July. White-throated Sparrows migrate to the southern United States and Mexico for the winter.
Carolina Chickadee
The Carolina Chickadee is a small, sprightly bird with a black cap and bib, white cheeks, and a gray back. They are acrobatic little birds that are constantly in motion, flitting about from branch to branch in search of insects.
Chickadees are very social birds and often form small flocks outside of the breeding season. Carolina Chickadees are found in woodlands, forests, and parks throughout the southeastern United States.
These little birds are not afraid of people and will often come right up to you in search of a handout. While they will eat just about anything, their diet consists mostly of insects and spiders. Carolina Chickadees are small birds, measuring only about four and a half inches in length.
The Carolina Chickadee is a common bird in Alabama and can be found in woodlands, forests, and parks throughout the state. These little birds are very social and often form small flocks outside of the breeding season.
Indigo Bunting
The Indigo Bunting is a small songbird with distinctive blue plumage. It is found in woodlands and forests across the eastern United States and Canada. The bird’s diet consists mainly of insects, but it will also eat berries and other fruits. The Indigo Bunting typically nests in trees or shrubs, and its behavior is generally shy and secretive. However, during the breeding season, the male bird is known to sing loudly and persistently in an attempt to attract a mate.
The Indigo Bunting is a relatively small bird, measuring only about five inches in length. It has a stout body and a short tail. The plumage of the male bird is bright blue, while that of the female is a duller blue-gray. The Indigo Bunting is found in wooded habitats, including forests, scrublands, and edges of woods.
It typically avoids open areas such as fields and lawns. The bird’s nesting habits are also quite secretive, with the nest often being built in a hidden location such as inside a tree cavity or beneath a bush. The Indigo Bunting typically lays two to six eggs per clutch. The incubation period is about 12 days, and both parents help care for the young birds.
Once they fledge, the young birds are on their own and generally do not associate with other members of their species. The Indigo Bunting is not considered to be a threatened or endangered species.
American Robin
(Turdus migratorius) is a common bird found across North America. Robins are easily identified by their orange breast and black head. These birds are medium-sized, with males being slightly larger than females. The average weight of an adult robin is about 50 grams.
Robins eat mostly insects, but will also consume berries and fruits. Their diet revolves around the availability of food, so in the spring and summer months when there are more insects available, robins will eat more insects. In the fall and winter months, when there are fewer insects available, robins will eat more berries and fruits.
Robins typically nest in trees, but will also nest in shrubs, on ledges, or in cavities. The female robin builds the nest using twigs, grasses, and other plant materials. She will line the nest with soft materials such as leaves, feathers, and moss. The average robin nest contains three to five eggs.
Robins are generally active during the day, although they may also be active at night. During the day, robins spend most of their time foraging for food. At night, robins roost in trees or on other high perches.
Robins are not typically considered to be aggressive birds, but they will defend their nests if necessary. Males are especially territorial during the breeding season.
If a male robin feels that his territory is being threatened, he will chase away the intruder and even attack if necessary. Females are also known to be aggressive when defending their nests.
Brown Thrasher
The Brown Thrasher is the state bird of Georgia and Alabama. It is a member of the thrasher family and is one of the largest thrashers. The adult has dark brown upperparts, a white underbelly, and rusty brown wings.
The tail is long and rounded with white outer feathers. The bill is curved and slightly down-turned. The Brown Thrasher is a shy bird that is often found in wooded areas near thickets and hedges.
It forages on the ground for insects, berries, and nuts. The Brown Thrasher is about 11 inches long with a wingspan of 16 inches. It weighs about one ounce.
Scarlet Tanager – Piranga olivacea
The Scarlet Tanager is a spectacular bird. It is a small songbird with a brilliant red body and black wings. The male of the species is particularly striking, with its vivid plumage. The female is more subdued, with olive-green upperparts and yellowish underparts. Both sexes have black wings and tails.
This beautiful bird is found in deciduous forests across the eastern United States. It feeds mainly on insects, which it catches in mid-flight. The Scarlet Tanager is a fairly small bird, measuring just over five inches in length.
The Scarlet Tanager is not currently considered to be at risk of extinction. However, like many other songbirds, it is declining in numbers due to habitat loss and fragmentation.
This bird needs large tracts of uninterrupted forest to survive. If you’re lucky enough to see a Scarlet Tanager, take a moment to appreciate this stunning creature.
Ovenbird – Seiurus aurocapilla
The Ovenbird is a small songbird with a brown streaked back, white underparts, and a dark cap. It has a short tail and legs, and its bill is slightly curved. This bird gets its name from its nest, which is built on the ground and resembles an oven.
Ovenbirds are found in woodlands in the eastern United States and Canada. They eat insects, spiders, and other small invertebrates.
These birds are about six inches long and weigh less than an ounce. They have a wingspan of eight to ten inches.
Ovenbirds are shy birds that are often hard to see. They spend most of their time on the ground, where they forage for food. During the breeding season, males sing from elevated perches to attract mates.
White-eyed Vireo – Vireo griseus
The White-eyed Vireo is a small songbird with olive-green upperparts and pale yellow underparts. It has a white eye ring, black bill, and gray legs. This bird breeds in the southeastern United States and winters in Central America.
White-eyed Vireos eat insects and spiders. They forage for food in trees and shrubs. This bird nests in the forks of trees. The female builds the nest and incubates the eggs. Both parents feed the young birds.
The White-eyed Vireo is a common breeder in Alabama. It is found in woodlands, forests, and parks throughout the state. This bird sings a loud, persistent song. It is often heard before it is seen.
The White-eyed Vireo is a protected species in Alabama. It is illegal to kill or collect this bird.
European Starlings
European Starlings are small to medium-sized birds with short tails and long, pointed wings. They are iridescent black with white spots on their feathers and have yellow beaks. These birds are found in open woodlands, meadows, and fields across North America. Starlings eat insects, berries, and seeds.
They can be a nuisance to farmers as they often eat crops. These birds travel in large flocks and make chirping noises.
European Starlings are not native to North America but were introduced in the 1890s. They are now one of the most common birds in the continental United States.
Brown-headed Nuthatch
The Brown-headed Nuthatch is a small songbird with a large head. The adult has a blue-gray back and wings, and a rusty brown head. The nape and sides of the face are black, and there is a white stripe above the eye. The underparts are whitish with gray flanks. This bird has a black bill and legs. The juvenile is similar to the adult, but with a brown head.
The Brown-headed Nuthatch feeds on insects, spiders, and seeds. It forages for food on trees, picking insects from the bark or prying them from crevices with its sharp bill. It also eats many types of seeds, including those of pine cones.
The Brown-headed Nuthatch is found in forests, especially those with pines. It ranges across the southeastern United States from Virginia to Texas. This bird is a permanent resident, meaning it does not migrate.
Chipping Sparrow
Chipping Sparrows are small sparrows with brown upperparts and gray underparts. They have a light-colored breast with dark streaks, a white throat, and a black line through their eye. Their wings are brown with white bars, and their tail is long and notched. Chipping Sparrows eat insects, seeds, and berries.
They nest in trees, bushes, and on the ground. Chipping Sparrows are found in open woodlands, fields, and gardens. They are active during the day and are often seen in flocks. Chipping Sparrows are not currently considered threatened or endangered.
Common Grackle
The Common Grackle is a large blackbird that is found in North and Central America. The adult male has a glossy black body with a long, keeled tail. It also has a yellow eye and bill. The adult female is similar to the male but has a brownish body and duller plumage. The juvenile is brown with streaked upperparts.
The Common Grackle is a gregarious bird that often forms large flocks. It is found in a variety of habitats including woodlands, fields, and marshes. The bird feeds on insects, spiders, frogs, and small mammals. It will also eat waste grain and seeds. The Common Grackle breeds in the spring and summer.
The female builds a nest in a tree or bush. She lays between three and seven eggs which are incubated for about two weeks. After hatching, the young birds leave the nest after about three weeks.
Brown-headed Cowbird
The Brown-headed Cowbird is a small blackbird with a brown head. males have shiny black plumage, while females are duller. Both sexes have short tails and yellow eyes.
These birds are found in open habitats such as fields, prairies, and parks. They often follow cattle or other large animals, which is how they got their name. Cowbirds eat insects, spiders, and other small invertebrates.
Brown-headed Cowbirds are about the same size as a house sparrow. They are typically between six and seven inches long and weigh around an ounce.
The Brown-headed Cowbird is the only member of its genus in North America. It is a brood parasite, meaning it lays its eggs in the nests of other bird species. The female will often remove one of the host’s eggs before she lays her own. This ensures that her chick will get more food than the others.
Song Sparrow
Song Sparrows are one of the most widespread and familiar birds in North America. They’re small, sparrow-sized birds with streaked brown upperparts, pale gray breast, and a rust-colored belly. Their face is gray with a rusty line through the eye. Males and females look alike.
Song Sparrows eat mostly insects and seeds. In summer, they eat lots of insects, which they find by scratching in the leaf litter on the ground. In winter, when there are fewer insects around, they switch to a diet of seeds.
Song Sparrows are small birds, about five or six inches long from beak to tail. They have a wingspan of eight to ten inches.
Song Sparrows live in a variety of habitats, including woods, fields, marshes, and suburban areas. They’re also common in city parks.
Song Sparrows are relatively sedentary birds. They don’t migrate long distances, but they may move around locally to find food or a mate. During the breeding season, male Song Sparrows sing to attract a mate. They also perform a courtship dance in which they bob their heads and flick their tails.
House Sparrow
House Sparrows are one of the most easily identified birds in Alabama. They have a gray-brown back, white underparts, and a black throat and breast. The male has a black bib that extends to its cheeks. Females and juveniles lack the black bib. These sparrows are small birds, measuring only about five to six inches in length.
House Sparrows are found in a variety of habitats, including urban and rural areas. They are often seen near human-made structures, such as houses, barns, and bridges. These birds typically eat seeds and insects. During the breeding season, females build nests made of grass, twigs, and other materials. Nests are typically built in small cavities, such as holes in walls or trees.
House Sparrows are social birds and often form large flocks. These birds are not shy and will often approach humans. They are also known to be aggressive towards other bird species. House Sparrows are not native to North America. They were first introduced to the United States in the 1850s.
Since then, their population has exploded, and they are now one of the most common birds in the country. While they are considered an invasive species by some, others enjoy having these little sparrows around.
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker – Sphyrapicus varius
The yellow-bellied sapsucker is a medium-sized woodpecker found throughout the eastern United States and southern Canada. Adult birds are black and white with a conspicuous yellow breast and belly.
The head of the male bird is red, while the head of the female is black. This species gets its name from its habit of drilling holes in tree bark to feed on sap and insects.
Yellow-bellied sapsuckers are about 16 cm long with a wingspan of 28 cm. They weigh between 38 and 50 grams. The breeding habitat of this bird is open deciduous or mixed woods across North America. Nests are excavated in trees, often near the base of the trunk.
The yellow-bellied sapsucker is a fairly common bird, but its numbers have been declining in recent years. This decline is likely due to habitat loss and fragmentation.
Swamp Sparrow – Melospiza georgiana
The swamp sparrow is a small bird, measuring only about five and a half inches in length. It has a brown back with black streaks, and its belly is white with light brown streaking. Its head is grayish-brown with a rusty-red cap. Males and females look alike.
This bird’s diet consists mostly of insects, but it will also eat seeds and berries.
The swamp sparrow is found in marshes, wet meadows, and other wet areas throughout the eastern United States. It is a non-migratory bird, meaning that it does not travel far from its breeding grounds.
The swamp sparrow is a shy bird that is often heard before it is seen. Its song consists of a series of short, trills, each lasting only a fraction of a second. When alarmed, this bird will give off a loud “chip” call.
This bird nests in marshes and wet meadows, building its nest on the ground or in low vegetation. The female swamp sparrow will lay a clutch of four to six eggs, which she will incubate for 12-13 days. Both parents help to care for the young birds.
What are common birds in Alabama?
While there are many different types of birds that can be found in Alabama, some of the most common include: robins, cardinals, blue jays, and finches. These birds are often seen in yards and gardens, and can provide a lovely addition to any outdoor space.
What is the rarest bird in Alabama?
The rarest bird in Alabama is the red-cockaded woodpecker. This bird is very small, and has a black body with white stripes running down its back.
What red birds live in Alabama?
Some of the most common red birds in Alabama include: cardinals, robins, and blue jays. These birds are often seen in yards and gardens, and can provide a lovely addition to any outdoor space.
How many bird species are in Alabama?
There are over 400 different bird species that can be found in Alabama. This makes the state a great destination for bird watching, and there are many different spots where birders can go to see a variety of different species.
What is the state bird of Alabama?
The state bird of Alabama is the yellowhammer, which is a type of woodpecker. This bird is very small, and has a black body with white stripes running down its back.
Bird Watching in Alabama
There are many different types of birds that can be found in Alabama. Some of the more popular ones include the American Goldfinch, Bald Eagle, and Blue Jay. Bird watching is a great way to spend time outdoors and get to know your local wildlife.
Alabama is home to a variety of ecosystems which makes it a hotspot for bird watching. From the Gulf Coast to the Appalachian Mountains, there is a variety of habitats that are perfect for different types of birds. One of the best places to go bird watching is the Mobile-Tensaw Delta. This area is full of marshes and wetlands which are home to a variety of waterfowl.
Bird Feeders
One of the best ways to attract birds to your yard is by putting out a bird feeder. Bird feeders come in a variety of shapes and sizes and can be filled with different types of food. Some common foods that are put in bird feeders include sunflower seeds, peanuts, and suet. You can also make your own bird food by mixing together different types of seeds.
When putting out a bird feeder, it is important to place it in a spot where you will be able to see it. This way you can watch the birds as they come and go. Bird watching can be a very relaxing and enjoyable activity. It is also a great way to get to know the different types of birds that live in your area.
There are many different types of bird feeders available on the market. You can find bird feeders at your local hardware store or online. If you are making your own bird food, make sure to put it in a safe place where the birds can reach it.